Baked Mussels with White Wine and Her

These baked mussels with white wine and herbs are a quick and easy way to enjoy fresh seafood at home. The mussels are steamed in a flavorful broth made with white wine, garlic, basil, oregano, and olive oil, and then finished with a squeeze of lemon juice. The mussels are tender and juicy, and the broth is so flavorful that you'll want to soak up every last drop with some crusty bread.

Mussels are one of the most popular seafood dishes in the world, and for good reason. They're relatively inexpensive, easy to cook, and absolutely delicious. This recipe for baked mussels with white wine and herbs is a classic preparation that showcases the natural flavors of the mussels. It's a simple dish to make, but it's always a crowd-pleaser.

Prep time: 20 | Cook time: 15 | Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pounds fresh black or Mediterranean Mussels
• 1 1/2 cup dry white wine
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
• 2 tbsp fresh oregano, chopped
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1/2 cup vegetable broth
• 1 lemon, juiced

Instructions

1. Scrub and clean the mussles, discarding any with broken shells
2. In a large bowl, combine the white wine, garlic, basil, oregano, and olive oil
3. Toss the mussles in the marinade and let them sit for at least 15 minutes
4. Transfer the mussel mixture into a baking dish or skillet and add vegetable broth
5. Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 10-15 minutes, or until the shells have opened
6. Discard any mussel that has not opened
7. drizzle with lemon juice and serve immediately

Why It Works

• The combination of white wine, garlic, basil, oregano, and olive oil creates a flavorful broth that perfectly complements the mussels.
• Baking the mussels in a covered dish helps to steam them, which keeps them tender and juicy.
• The lemon juice adds a bright, fresh flavor to the dish.
• Serving the mussels with crusty bread is a great way to soak up all of the delicious broth.